James B. Donovan

American lawyer, famous for Cold War negotiations

James B. Donovan - American lawyer, famous for Cold War negotiations
Born

February 29th, 1916
109 years ago

Died

1970
55 years ago — 54 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Played a significant role as a lawyer and negotiator during the Cold War. Best known for negotiating the exchange of captured American pilot Francis Gary Powers for Soviet spy Rudolf Abel in 1962. This event brought significant attention to the complexities of espionage and international relations at the height of tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union. Additionally, involved in the defense of various high-profile cases, including the controversial case of the Rosenbergs.

Negotiated the exchange of Francis Gary Powers and Rudolf Abel

Defended the Rosenbergs in their espionage trial

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